Learning Mentor

Connex Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the UK is looking for a Learning Mentor to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role involves working closely with pupils to encourage independence and social skills, along with providing tailored one-to-one and group support. Candidates must have experience with SEND and relevant qualifications in Childcare. Competitive pay and professional development support are offered, along with a strong commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Support from a dedicated consultant

Access to free training and development opportunities

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school or care setting is essential.
• A patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach is required.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs in the classroom.
• Encourage independence and develop social skills.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 in Childcare

Job description

Learning Mentor

Full time

£90 to £100 dependent on experience

About the role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting children with a variety of additional needs, ensuring they can access learning and reach their full potential. You will provide both one-to-one and small group support, tailoring your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil. A big part of the role will also be encouraging independence and developing social skills, helping pupils to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Role Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school or care setting is essential
• Level 2/3 in Childcare
• A patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required
• Strong communication skills, both with pupils and staff
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (an enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one through Connex Education, is required)

About the school

This SEND school delivers high-quality, inclusive education that celebrates each child’s individuality. The school’s core values—integrity, responsibility, compassion, collaboration, challenge, and respect—underpin everything they do.

Why work with Connex Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free training and development opportunities
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

If you are enthusiastic, supportive and ready to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.